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FGC MAIDUGURI AT 50: Old students gifts Alma Mata with exercise books
FGC MAIDUGURI AT 50: Old students gifts Alma Mata with exercise books
By: Bodunrin kayode
The old Students Association of the Federal Government College Maiduguri (FEGOCOMOSA) have donated exercise books to students of their Alma Mata.
Making the distribution recently, the Vice President north east of the association Waziri Anas who represented the President said the gesture was part of their programs lined up for the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the institution but could not be done earlier because of time.
He said that the old students themselves were sharing the books with a view of ensuring that each student got eight of the 80 leaves exercise books to complement their academic work.
Receiving the books on behalf of the Principal Mallam Habeeb Jibrila, Vice Principal academic Mallam Abdul’Aziz Kado expressed gratitude to the entire Old students for the timely gesture.
He described the alumni as true stake holders in the upliftment of education sector adding that God will give them double will power to continue to do more for their children and junior ones now trying to educate themselves in the school.
Over 1000 students received eight copies of 80 leaves exercise books from the association which was represented by Mallam Waziri and some old students to assist in the distribution.
The distribution was actually done class by class while those absent for specific reasons will get theirs later.
FGC MAIDUGURI AT 50: Old students gifts Alma Mata with exercise books
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National Chairman of APC Arrives in Maiduguri Ahead of APC Deputy National Chairman’s Children’s Wedding
National Chairman of APC Arrives in Maiduguri Ahead of APC Deputy National Chairman’s Children’s Wedding
By: Our Reporter
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has arrived in Maiduguri, Borno State, leading the National Working Committee of the APC and other party stalwarts.
The visit is in honor of the wedding ceremony of the children of Rt. Hon. Dr. Ali Bukar Dalori, Deputy National Chairman (North) of the APC. Upon arrival, Dr. Ganduje was warmly received by the Borno State Deputy Governor, Hon. Umar Usman Kadafur, Deputy National Chairman, Hon Ali Bukar Dalori and other dignitaries, including the Borno State APC Chairman.
The wedding ceremony, scheduled to take place on Saturday, January 18, 2025, promises to be a grand celebration of love, unity and family. The event will be attended by prominent politicians, business leaders, and dignitaries from across Nigeria.
The arrival of Dr. Ganduje and other APC leaders is a testament to the strong bonds of unity and solidarity within the party. It also underscores the importance of family and community in Nigerian culture.
As the APC family gathers to celebrate this joyous occasion, we are reminded of the party’s commitment to the values of love, unity and family. We wish the happy couple a lifetime of happiness, love and prosperity.
National Chairman of APC Arrives in Maiduguri Ahead of APC Deputy National Chairman’s Children’s Wedding
VP Shettima Arrives In Maiduguri On Condolence Visit To Families Of Slain Soldiers
By: Our Reporter
Vice President Kashim Shettima has arrived in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital, on a condolence visit to the families of soldiers who lost their lives during a terrorist attack in Damboa.
The Vice President is in Maiduguri to extend the condolences of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the federal government to the families of the fallen soldiers and to honour their ultimate sacrifice.
The soldiers who died during the attack in Damboa, Borno State, paid the ultimate sacrifice while successfully repelling an onslaught that resulted in the neutralisation of 34 terrorists at a Forward Operating Base in Sabon Gari.
In the wake of the tragic event, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had called for a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances that led to the unfortunate incident and ensure it serves as a valuable lesson to prevent similar occurrences.
The President extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers, saying their sacrifice in defending the nation will forever be honoured and remembered.
President Tinubu also commended the armed forces for their swift and decisive response, particularly the air component, in launching effective retaliatory strikes.
The targeted air raids resulted in the significant neutralisation of numerous terrorists and the destruction of their assets as they attempted to flee.
During his visit to Maiduguri, the Vice President will, at the instance of the President, also pay a condolence visit to Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum.
On the delegation of the Vice President are federal lawmakers from the state, including Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan (Borno Central), Hon. Abdulkadir Rahis (Maiduguri Metropolitan Federal Constituency), Hon. Usman Zannah (Kaga/Magumeri/Gubio Federal Constituency), as well as the Minister of Transportation, Hon. AjiKolo Ali Gujja, and a prominent politician, Sen. Saidu Alkali, among others.
On arrival, the Vice President was received at the Maiduguri International Airport by the Borno State Governor, the Deputy Governor, Umar Kadafur; Minister of State for Regional Development, Uba Maigari Ahmadu; Special Adviser to the President on Health, Dr Salma Anas-Kolo; Deputy National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) North, Hon. Ali Bukar Dalori.
VP Shettima Arrives In Maiduguri On Condolence Visit To Families Of Slain Soldiers
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… To be Completed Within Four Months
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum has officially awarded a contract to Obtuse Tech Engineering and Construction Company Ltd for the dualization of a 2.5km road and the construction of a 5km drainage system. This project, spanning from Budum Tandari Junction to Neital Shoe Factory through Kasuwan Shanu in Maiduguri, Borno State, is set to be completed in four months.
The contract, valued at ₦5,002,552,300.80, is part of the government’s efforts to enhance infrastructure and improve the transportation network within the state. The agreement was formalized with the Honorable Commissioner for Works and Housing Engr Mustapha Gubio, signing on behalf of the Borno State Government, while Umar Lawan, CEO/MD of Obtuse Tech Engineering and Construction Company Ltd, signed on behalf of the company.
The contract signing ceremony was witnessed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Works and Housing, Engr. Abakar Bawari, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Works, Engr. Kori Shettima, and staff from both the Borno State Government and Obtuse Tech Company.
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